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Kate

kate

Popularity

#535

falling

Letters

4

Syllables

1

Origin

Greek

Total Births

85,500

Peak Year

#2,550 in 2007

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Cute & Playful

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

A short form of Katherine, derived from the Greek word Aikaterine, with debated meanings including "pure."

Numerology

3

The Creative

Expressive, joyful, and imaginative. Names vibrating at 3 inspire creativity and optimism.

Famous Namesakes

  • Kate Winslet

    English actress known for her roles in film

  • Kate Middleton

    Princess of Wales, member of British royal family

Spelling Variations

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Personality Traits

IndependentStrongGracefulIntelligent

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